2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3270 mm |