2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry 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 (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry. 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 2001 Toyota Camry. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
