2003 Jeep Liberty vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2003 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 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), 2003 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2003 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jeep Liberty | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Liberty | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |