2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 248 kg more than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Murano. 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Murano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |