2000 Pininfarina Rossa vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pininfarina Rossa would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 309 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Because 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage. 2012 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2000 Pininfarina Rossa has manual transmission. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Pininfarina | Kia |
| Model | Rossa | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 176 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
