2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa (148 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daewoo Tocsa. 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, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa (320 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm). This means 2012 Daewoo Tocsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2012 Daewoo Tocsa 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. 2012 Daewoo Tocsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2012 Daewoo Tocsa | |
| Make | Kia | Daewoo |
| Model | Sportage | Tocsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
