2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 660 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. 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 2003 Toyota Echo. 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Echo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Kia Sportage | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Echo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |