2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sportage | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Tundra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |