2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 636 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 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |