2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 435 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Tundra | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Tundra | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2720 mm |