2001 Ford Extreme EX vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Ford Extreme EX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Extreme EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Extreme EX should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Ford Extreme EX.
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, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (556 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Extreme EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Extreme EX | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Extreme EX | Sportage |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 175 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |