2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
