2008 Kia Pro-ceed vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Pro-ceed will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Pro-ceed | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
