2004 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sportage | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sportage | Korando |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |