2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1993 Honda Integra
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 532 kg more than 1993 Honda Integra. 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 1993 Honda Integra. 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1993 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sportage | Integra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
