2005 Acura CL vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 164 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | CL | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |