1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 260 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 81 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Sportage |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6999 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 624 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |