1999 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 975 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Cobra. 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Cobra | Sportage |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 188 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |