2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 10 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 191 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Captiva | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |