2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento 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 77 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 700 kg more than 2005 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Sorento | TF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
