1999 Italdesign Nazca 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 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 442 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Italdesign Nazca. 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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Italdesign Nazca | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Italdesign | Kia |
Model | Nazca | Sportage |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |