2001 Acura Integra vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura Integra | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | Integra | Sportage |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |