2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Kia Sportage. 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 2010 Jeep Liberty. 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage. 2010 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sportage | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Kia | Jeep |
Model | Sportage | Liberty |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1808 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2695 mm |