2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Lexus RX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 1999 Lexus RX 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. 1999 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1999 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Sportage | RX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
