2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 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 @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 92 kg more than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sportage | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |