2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 138 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sportage | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
