1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Bigua | Sportage |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |