2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Sportage | Samurai |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |