1990 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Granada | Sportage |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |