2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 293 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Silverado | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2660 mm |