2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 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 2,360 cc, 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 537 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2005 Toyota Camry 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. 2005 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Camry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
