2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2004 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 52 kg more than 2004 Porsche Cayenne.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (321 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sportage | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1405 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
