2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 695 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1285 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |