2004 Italdesign Visconti vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Italdesign Visconti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Italdesign Visconti would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (399 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (680 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Italdesign Visconti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Italdesign Visconti | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Italdesign | Kia |
Model | Visconti | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 680 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |