2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 205 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (164 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe | |
| Make | Kia | Saturn |
| Model | Sportage | Sports Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
