1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 337 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | F355 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |
