2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus 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 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 319 kg more than 2000 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Kia Sportage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Clarus has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Clarus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sportage | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1793 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
