2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 328 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 87 L |