2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 11 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 128 kg more than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan NP300. 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
