2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 Kia Sorento. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Sorento | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 283 HP |
Torque | 310 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |