2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Soarer. 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, 2005 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2005 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Soarer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |