2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 227 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento.

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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Toyota Tundra 2013 Kia Sorento
Make Toyota Kia
Model Tundra Sorento
Year Released 2004 2013
Body Type Pickup Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3376 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 188 HP 272 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 336 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 87 mm
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2016 kg 1789 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1885 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1745 mm
Wheelbase Size 3270 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 68 L


 

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