2002 Honda Inspire vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Honda Inspire is newer by 2 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Inspire (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Inspire. 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, 2002 Honda Inspire (401 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Inspire | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Inspire | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
