2005 Kia Amanti vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2005 Kia Amanti 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 Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Kia Amanti.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Amanti. 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 Amanti (298 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Amanti | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Amanti | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 192 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |