2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 6 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | HR-V | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |