2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Toyota BB
To start off, 2001 Toyota BB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage 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 18 more horse power than 2001 Toyota BB. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 437 kg more than 2001 Toyota BB. 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 2001 Toyota BB. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota BB. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota BB. 2001 Toyota BB 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. 2001 Toyota BB will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 2001 Toyota BB | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | BB |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
