2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |