2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 930 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |