2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Holden Frontera.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera. 2004 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Sorento | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1700 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
