2004 Kia Sportage vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. Both 2004 Kia Sportage and 1994 Saab 900 are equipped with a 1,983 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1994 Saab 900 (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Sportage | 900 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
