2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan MM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan MM 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 39 more horse power than 2001 Nissan MM. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan MM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Nissan MM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | MM |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
