2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
