2004 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 331 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
Model | Aurora | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3994 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |