2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (190 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 466 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 992 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
