2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
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 Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 447 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |