2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 339 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tacoma (382 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3250 mm |
