1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 463 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
