1996 Fiat Legram 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 Fiat Legram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Legram would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Legram. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Legram.

Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Legram. 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Legram. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Legram.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Legram 2009 Kia Sportage
Make Fiat Kia
Model Legram Sportage
Year Released 1996 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1700 mm


 

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