1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 712 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Shadow. 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Shadow | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
