2004 Kia Sportage vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sportage | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sportage | Calibra |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |