2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 247 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Caldina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |