1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Dardo | Sportage |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |