1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 790 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine V6. 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alpine | Kia |
Model | V6 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |