2002 Kia Sportage vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 358 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
