2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Westfield ZEI (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 738 kg more than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Westfield ZEI. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Kia | Westfield |
| Model | Sportage | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
