2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. 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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Kia | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Sportage | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 108 L |
