1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
When we compare the 1999 Jeep Wrangler's and the 1999 Kia Sportage's specifications and ratings, the 1999 Jeep Wrangler has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 1999 Kia Sportage has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1999 Jeep Wrangler's and the 1999 Kia Sportage's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1999 Kia Sportage Pricing
A used 1999 Jeep Wrangler ranges from $6,662 to $20,786 while a used 1999 Kia Sportage is priced between $1,095 to $4,095.
1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1999 Kia Sportage Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 1999 Jeep Wrangler loses 8.9 percent of its value and the 1999 Kia Sportage loses 42.8 percent of its value. This means the 1999 Jeep Wrangler retains 33.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 1999 Kia Sportage.
1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1999 Kia Sportage Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Jeep Wrangler is 9.1 out of 10 while the Kia Sportage's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Jeep Wrangler being ranked 9 out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs and the Kia Sportage being ranked 16 out of 56.
1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1999 Kia Sportage Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Jeep Wrangler is 8.5 out of 10. For the Kia Sportage the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Jeep Wrangler a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Sportage.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1999 Jeep Wrangler’s base engine makes 120 horsepower, and the 1999 Kia Sportage base engine makes 130 horsepower. The Wrangler is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 270 miles. The Sportage is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 294 miles. This gives the 1999 Kia Sportage the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1999 Jeep Wrangler. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1999 Kia Sportage has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6662 - 20786
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.089293
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1095 - 4095
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.427825
Jeep Wrangler Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.129827 / 10
Reliability:
8.459654 / 10
Retained Value:
9.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Kia Sportage Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1594 / 10
Reliability:
7.8782 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Jeep Wrangler Rankings
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43 out of / 66Summary Review
The Jeep Wrangler is a compact SUV with off-road prowess few vehicles can match. The current Wrangler was redesigned for the 2018 model year, with new models costing an average of $41,959 and 3-year-old models averaging $34,489.
Summary Review
The Kia Sportage is a compact sport utility vehicle and a mainstay of Kia’s model line, going through several generations prior to the current Sportage, which debuted in 2017. The Sportage is known for its sharp looks, feature-packed interior, and low cost of entry, with new models costing an average of $28,105 and 3-year-old models averaging $20,380.
Pros and Cons
- Exceptional off-road capability
- Intuitive infotainment system
- Powerful engine options
- Pricing climbs quickly with higher trims and options
- Fuel economy isn’t great
- Lots of road and wind noise
Pros and Cons
- Smooth ride quality with a quiet interior
- Spacious seating front and rear
- Smart instrumentation and control layout
- Smaller cargo capacity than many rivals
- Acceleration can be sluggish
- Fuel economy adequate at best
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1999 Jeep Wrangler Trim Levels
Sahara, SE, Sport
1999 Kia Sportage Trim Levels
Base, EX
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
120 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
140 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.039 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
130 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
127 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.039 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 18 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
240 / 270 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 21 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
238 / 294 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3060 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
69.6 inches
Length:
153 inches
Wheelbase:
93.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3318 lbs
Width:
68.1 inches
Height:
65 inches
Length:
156.4 inches
Wheelbase:
92.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available