2004 Ford C-MAX vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Ford C-MAX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 83 kg more than 2004 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (160 Nm). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford C-MAX | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | C-MAX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
