2001 Toyota Avalon vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 18 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2001 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Avalon | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Avalon | Sorento |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |