2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 449 kg more than 2002 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Yaris. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1100 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |