2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM

To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1158 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1990 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Sportage 1990 Lamborghini LM
Make Kia Lamborghini
Model Sportage LM
Year Released 2005 1990
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 5167 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 126 HP 449 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1542 kg 2700 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 169 L


 

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