2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 4 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 568 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
