2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 49 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 705 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 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 2002 Nissan X-Trail. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
