My interest on cars has been increasing a bit early this year. Then again, I have few cars tat make me wanna fly and it stick in my mind lately. Well, I got my own car, a simple car and I love him so much. I got a plan to get a 2nd car but have to wait until my first car fully paid, never like to trade-in car coz for me it jus increasing the hutang, tat will never end for the rest of ur life…ayoyo…sikit2 trade-in sikit2 trade-in…ney mo habiskan, cara paling best, abiskan yg first then rehat for few months, plan beli yg 2nd…hehe…kereta pun ada 2…best kan!! But roadtax?? Dun think of tat first… (have to pay monthly instalment), wat is in my mind today n past tis few months is…and I have visited the nearest Kia shop, he told me tat down payment for KIA SPORTAGE is around 5K, ermm…shud be ok for me (after finishing payment with the first car, rest 6 months…kumpul $ duit kan… then buy the 2nd one…ok kan?) hehehe...5 yrs plan la!!!
Kia Sportage
The Kia Sportage is a compact crossover SUV built by the Korean automaker Kia Motors since 1995. And there is 2 generation of Kia Sportage.
2nd generation (2005–present): After a 2-year hiatus, the 2005 Sportage returned, sharing its Elantra-based platform with the 2005 Hyundai Tucson. As part of the shift, the Sportage moves to become Kia's first crossover SUV. However, the second generation model are likely to favor the available 173 hp (129 kW) V6, with 178 pounds of torque (241 N·m). The ride is considerably more comfortable, quiet and fun. Overall fit/finish and quality is noticeably improved over the 1st generation model. Facelift model of the second generation was introduced in May 2008.
1st generation (1995-2003): a mini SUV developed with a Lotus engineering base platform. It shares many mechanical components such as the engine, transmissions (early), and differentials with the Mazda line of vehicles. This was during the alliance of Ford-Mazda-Kia for technology and product sharing in the early to mid 1990's.
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I admiring sumthing in my life, you can say a life-time admirer, the shape…oMG!!!! Making me wanna hug it all day long but I dun really like to drive coz it not suite me…butttt…I just admire it…(nothing wrong if we admire sumthing but at the same time we know we cannot have it…wink3*)....ohhhhnooooo
Toyota Estima
The Toyota Previa, also known as the Toyota Estima in Japan and Malaysia. Toyota Tarago in Australia, is an MPV (Multi-purpose vehicle) and known as a minivan in North America, produced by Toyota Motor Corporation since 1990. There are 4th generation for Toyota Estima:
I really like 2nd Generation of Estima
1st generation: Introduced in 1990, had only one sliding side door for the rear passengers. It featured a unique mid -engined platform, where the in-line 4-cylinder gasoline-powered engine was installed almost flat (at a 75-degree angle), beneath the front seats. Installing the engine in this configuration allowed moderately easy access to the spark plugs, which were located underneath a panel on the upper left-side of the vehicle, after removing the front passenger seat, the carpet, and an access panel. All engine-driven accessories, such as the alternator, power steering pump, air conditioning compressor, and radiator fan, are accessible from the front hood, driven off the front of the engine by an accessory driveshaft, and is known as the Supplemental Accessory Drive System, or "SADS."
2nd generation: The second generation Previa had a slightly longer wheelbase (2900 mm) and was both narrower (1790 mm) and shorter (1770 mm) than the first one; it switched to FF layout and was based on the Camry platform. It was produced with passenger doors on both sides and offered space for up to six, seven or eight passengers and, as with the first generation, was sold as the Estima in Japan and as the Tarago in Australia.
3rd generation: Australian markets as Estima and Tarago, respectively, and as the Previa elsewhere. Features include an available second-generation Hybrid Synergy Drive drivetrain, automatic parallel and back-in parking, track-mounted second row reclining seats with footrests, and power-folding split third row seats. It was facelifted in 2009.
4th generation: The fourth generation Toyota Estima will be introduced in 2012 in the Japanese and Korean markets as Estima-X. It presents an entirely new body platform and material, using aluminium for its chasis and terrain, and carbon fiber for its framework. Features include an available third-generation Hybrid Synergy Drive drivetrain and an i-AUTO [Intelligent-Automatic Driving] technology breakthrough. Powered by multiple sensors and a reliable processor beneath the dashboard, the memory recognizes the driver's pattern and imitates his/her driving style on the same route. To mitigate unforeseen risks on the road, Toyota engineers had also included a panic button to allow drivers to quickly resume control of the vehicle manually.
