2004 Toyota Avalon vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avalon (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 41 kg more than 2004 Toyota Avalon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Avalon | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Avalon | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |