1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 431 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Caprice | Sportage |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |