2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Lada 117
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 117 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117.
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, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2002 Lada 117 | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Sportage | 117 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
