2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Lada 112
To start off, both 2000 Kia Sportage and 2000 Lada 112 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 51 more horse power than 2000 Lada 112. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 412 kg more than 2000 Lada 112. 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 2000 Lada 112. 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 112. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 2000 Lada 112 | |
Make | Kia | Lada |
Model | Sportage | 112 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |