2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Condor. 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Condor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
