1998 Chrysler Viper 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 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chrysler Viper. 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, 1998 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Viper | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Viper | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
