2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Oldsmobile O4
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile O4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile O4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 500 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile O4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile O4. (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile O4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2001 Oldsmobile O4 | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sorento | O4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
