2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC 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 73 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. 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 2000 Saturn SC. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Kia | Saturn |
| Model | Sportage | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
