2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 432 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Sportage | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |
