2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe 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 132 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Kia | Smart |
| Model | Sorento | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |
