2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1986 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 415 kg more than 1986 Venturi Coupe.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Venturi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1986 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1986 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1986 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Kia Sportage | 1986 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Kia | Venturi |
Model | Sportage | Coupe |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |