1987 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 300 kg more than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria 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. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Crown Victoria | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Crown Victoria | Sportage |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 1700 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |