1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 28 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Impala | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
