2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 795 kg more than 2003 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Patrol (399 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
