2001 Acura TL vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 295 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 294 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | TL | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
