2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 728 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tazz. 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 2006 Toyota Tazz. 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 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Tazz has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Tazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
