1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 109 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 1988 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Avanti | Kia |
| Model | Avanti | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |
