2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Panoz Esperante. 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1999 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 1999 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sportage | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Kia | Panoz |
Model | Sportage | Esperante |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |