2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 766 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen T5. 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | T5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |