2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Avanti | Kia |
| Model | Studebaker | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2640 mm |
