2005 Acura TL vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 387 kg more than 2005 Acura TL.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | TL | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |