2001 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1163 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Rio | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Rio | Sorento |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |