2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Nissan Alpha
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Alpha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Alpha would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Alpha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Alpha (301 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Alpha should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 585 kg more than 2001 Nissan Alpha.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan Alpha (359 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan Alpha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2001 Nissan Alpha | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Alpha |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
