2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 379 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Spark | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
