2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 596 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 360 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
