2005 Kia Picanto vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Picanto | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Picanto | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
