2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 12 kg more than 2012 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Frontier 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.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Frontier |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |