2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1989 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 440 kg more than 1989 Toyota Supra.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Supra. 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, 1989 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 1989 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Supra |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |