2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 332 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |