2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sportage | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 41 L |
