1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 435 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | V6 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1670 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 |
