2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 537 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Kia | Venturi |
| Model | Sportage | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
