2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mark II 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 36 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 Toyota Mark II. 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 (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2001 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Mark II |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |