2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
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 (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Be Bop has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Be Bop 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sportage | Be Bop |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |