2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Justy. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Subaru Justy. 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2001 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sorento | Justy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
