2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 538 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Altima. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Altima |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |