2004 Nissan Titan vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 759 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Titan | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Titan | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2398 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |
