2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Sienna. 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
