2001 Toyota RunX vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota RunX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota RunX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota RunX | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | RunX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
