2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 644 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (305 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Supra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 598 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
