2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 510 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Pintara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Pintara has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Pintara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
