2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 176 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Colorado | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
