2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 12 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Kia | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sportage | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
