2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (184 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 203 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 2013 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2013 Toyota Highlander 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. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Kia Sportage | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |