2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (126 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 8 kg more than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
