2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 262 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Sorento | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 282 HP |
Torque | 184 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |