1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F355. 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | F355 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
