2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage.
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, 1997 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sportage | S-MX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |