2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 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 715 kg more than 1991 Venturi Coupe.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 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, 1991 Venturi Coupe (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Kia | Venturi |
| Model | Sportage | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1285 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 |
