2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla

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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 539 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Sorento 2004 Toyota Corolla
Make Kia Toyota
Model Sorento Corolla
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 1010 kg
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 50 L


 

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