2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
