2001 Toyota RSC vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RSC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RSC would be higher. At 4,164 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RSC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RSC (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 49 kg more than 2001 Toyota RSC.
Because 2001 Toyota RSC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC 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, 2001 Toyota RSC (284 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota RSC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota RSC has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota RSC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota RSC | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | RSC | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
