2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 124 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera.
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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
Model | Sorento | Frontera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |