2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 358 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |