1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Donkervoort | Kia |
Model | D8 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |