2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sorento and 2005 Pontiac Vibe were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 743 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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. 2005 Pontiac Vibe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sorento | Vibe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1257 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |