2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daewoo | Kia |
Model | Tacuma | Sportage |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |