2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Porsche | Kia |
Model | Cayenne | Sorento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4511 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |