2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Tata B-Line
To start off, 2009 Tata B-Line 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 118 more horse power than 2009 Tata B-Line. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata B-Line.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata B-Line. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata B-Line. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata B-Line. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata B-Line has manual transmission. 2009 Tata B-Line 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 Tata B-Line | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Sorento | B-Line |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |