2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 37 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Cresta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
