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, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback. 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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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 | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1435 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 |