2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 740 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |