1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 611 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 417 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 F50 (520 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | F50 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 58 L |
