2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 357 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX.
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 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sportage | S-MX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |