Toyota Hiace 2004 vs Kia Sportage 2011
| Body: | Minivan / MPV | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.5 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 109 HP | 184 HP | |
| Torque: | 260 NM | 382 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 9.8 seconds | |
| Toyota Hiace engine produces 75 HP less power than Kia Sportage, whereas torque is 122 NM less than Kia Sportage. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 6.0 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 58 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Kia Sportage) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Toyota Hiace) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Kia Sportage 2011 2.0 engine: The diesel engine is highly reliable when properly maintained, offering an excellent balance of power and fuel efficiency. However, it has several important characteristics and issues that should be ... More about Kia Sportage 2011 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.70 m | 4.44 m | |
| Width: | 1.70 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.98 m | 1.69 m | |
| Toyota Hiace is 26 cm longer than the Kia Sportage, 16 cm narrower, while the height of Toyota Hiace is 30 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 564 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1353 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | 10.6 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`140 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 5600 | 8000 | |
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