2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Seat Toledo. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Seat Toledo. 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 (251 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2000 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Sportage | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
