2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2011 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sportage. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 248 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Lamborghini Diablo 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 2003 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2003 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Lamborghini Diablo 2011 Kia Sportage
Make Lamborghini Kia
Model Diablo Sportage
Year Released 2003 2011
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5705 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 523 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 358 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 1850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1502 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1854 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1636 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2639 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 55 L