2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 407 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus GT 1. 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 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Sportage | GT 1 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |