2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1995 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1995 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
