2004 Kia Cerato vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Cerato (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 212 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Cerato. 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, 2004 Kia Cerato (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Cerato | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Cerato | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 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 | 1245 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
