1975 De Tomaso Deauville 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 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 De Tomaso Deauville. 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 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 1975 De Tomaso Deauville 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. 1975 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 De Tomaso Deauville | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
| Model | Deauville | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
