2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1987 Maserati 420
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 825 kg more than 1987 Maserati 420.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Maserati 420. 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, 1987 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1987 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Sportage | 420 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
