2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 487 kg more than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2002 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Kia | TVR |
Model | Sportage | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |