1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 480 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Sedan.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 1972 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Sedan | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2640 mm |
