2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 384 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Camry. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1669 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
