2001 Hyundai Clix vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Clix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Clix would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Clix (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Clix should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Clix.
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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Clix. (184 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Clix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Clix | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Clix | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
