2011 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 68 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Sportage | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Avalon |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1636 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |