2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 8 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 57 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Prius. 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 (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Prius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1485 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
