2009 Geely CK vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Geely CK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Geely CK. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Geely CK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 417 kg more than 2009 Geely CK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Geely CK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Geely CK. (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Geely CK. 2009 Geely CK has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Geely CK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Geely CK | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Geely | Kia |
| Model | CK | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
