1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 267 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1997 Toyota Sienna (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 1997 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
