2004 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 26 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Terracan.
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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2004 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2004 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Terracan | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 235 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |