2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Suzuki Verona
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Verona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Verona would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Verona (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Verona should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Verona.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Verona. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Verona. 2004 Suzuki Verona 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 Suzuki Verona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Suzuki Verona | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sorento | Verona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
