2002 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 635 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
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, both vehicles can yield 301 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:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
