2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Portofino would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 41 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
| Make | Kia | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sportage | Portofino |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 110 L |
