2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1993 Toyota Aristo
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Aristo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Aristo would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Aristo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Aristo (220 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Aristo should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Aristo weights approximately 177 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Aristo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1993 Toyota Aristo (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Aristo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 1993 Toyota Aristo has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Aristo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1993 Toyota Aristo | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Aristo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
