2002 Infiniti G20 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti G20. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 233 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti G20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti G20. (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti G20 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | G20 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
