2011 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 26 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Sportage | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sportage | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1636 mm | 1510 mm |
