2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 617 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2003 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2003 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Kia | TVR |
Model | Sportage | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 7729 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 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 | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |