2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1565 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 108 L |