2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
