2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2006 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 99 L |
