2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 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 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 402 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. 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 1997 Xedos 6. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Xedos |
| Model | Sportage | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1596 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 | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
