2001 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 665 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (334 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Impreza | Sorento |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |