2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 437 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Porsche Boxster. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sportage | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
