2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Allion (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 407 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Allion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |