2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 229 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. 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 2002 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2002 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2002 Toyota Avalon 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. 2002 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 2002 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
