1999 Ferrari F50 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 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari F50. 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 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | F50 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 1000 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 58 L |
