2005 Hyundai Trajet 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 Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Trajet | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Trajet | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |