2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avensis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 210 kg more than 2011 Toyota Avensis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 2011 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |