2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1995 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 107 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Breeze.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. 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 | 1995 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Sportage | Breeze |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |