2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 627 kg more than 2000 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2000 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Sorento | IS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
