2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 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 63 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 224 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada 2123 has manual transmission. 2003 Lada 2123 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 | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
Make | Kia | Lada |
Model | Sorento | 2123 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1325 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |