2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1996 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 192 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Marcia.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. 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, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 1996 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1996 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Sportage | Marcia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
