1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 136 kg more than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Dodge Monaco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Monaco | Sportage |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6292 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |