2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. 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 2004 Toyota Camry. 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 (241 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
