2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1995 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. (119 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 430 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1995 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sportage | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
