2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Proton Impian
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Impian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Impian would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 253 kg more than 2001 Proton Impian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton Impian. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 2001 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Sportage | Impian |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
