2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Audi Allroad. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad. 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2005 Audi Allroad | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Sorento | Allroad |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |