2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 8 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 127 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |