2004 Infiniti I vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Infiniti I is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Infiniti I.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti I. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2004 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2004 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti I | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | I | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
