2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
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 Moco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Moco 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 141 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 917 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Moco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
