2005 Infiniti M vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 189 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | M | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |