2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 59 kg more than 2008 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Cee'd | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Cee'd | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |