2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 567 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota RunX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | RunX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |