2005 Holden Monaro vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 268 kg more than 2005 Holden Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Monaro (374 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Monaro | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Monaro | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 294 Nm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |