2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 132 kg more than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Kia | Venturi |
| Model | Sportage | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
