2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 13 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 556 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.
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, 2013 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2013 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Sportage | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
