2005 Kia Carens 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 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens 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 (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 568 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. 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 Kia Carens. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Carens | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
