1989 Dodge Viper 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 Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Viper. 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 Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1989 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1989 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Viper | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
