2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. Both 2000 Kia Sportage and 1999 Kia Clarus are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Clarus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 207 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Clarus. 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, 1999 Kia Clarus (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 1999 Kia Clarus has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Kia Clarus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sportage | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
