2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 407 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volvo 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 175 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | 460 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
