2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 7 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 36 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 629 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sorento | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sorento | Forte |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 195 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |