2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 228 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sportage | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
