2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2010 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 493 kg more than 2010 Toyota Yaris. 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 2010 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2010 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Yaris |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |