2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 255 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.

Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Sportage 2008 Toyota RAV4
Make Kia Toyota
Model Sportage RAV4
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1974 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 151 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 194 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.3 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 60 L


 

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