2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 371 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (297 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Terracan | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Terracan | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1285 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |