2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 376 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback.
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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sorento | Outback |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |