2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sportage | Laser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
