2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 714 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus GT 1. 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Sportage | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
