2005 Kia Carens vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 369 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2013 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. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Carens | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
