2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. 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 2004 Rover 75. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Kia | Rover |
Model | Sportage | 75 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |