1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 838 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
