2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
