2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1995 Rover 416i

To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 416i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 416i would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Rover 416i. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 416i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 552 kg more than 1995 Rover 416i. 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 Rover 416i. 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 (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 416i. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 416i.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Sportage 1995 Rover 416i
Make Kia Rover
Model Sportage 416i
Year Released 2005 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 111 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 246 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 79 mm
Top Speed 168 km/hour 190 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1687 kg 1135 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 55 L


 

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