2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |