2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 12 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, 2012 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 21 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Prius. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Prius |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
