2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lexus GS. 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, 1995 Lexus GS (276 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1995 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Sportage | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
