2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Lexus GX
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 120 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Sorento | GX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2120 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
