2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Toyota Will
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 Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Will 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 45 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Will. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2002 Toyota Will | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Will |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |