1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Charger (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sportage. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 62 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Charger.
Because 1972 Chrysler Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Chrysler Charger (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1972 Chrysler Charger has manual transmission. 1972 Chrysler Charger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Charger | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5561 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2639 mm |
