2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1077 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2002 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
