2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 392 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |