1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 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), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 202 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
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 | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
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 | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |