2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |