1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 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 1975 Chrysler Sedan.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Sedan | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Sedan | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| 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 |
