2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Magnum. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Magnum | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 295 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1749 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |