2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sorento and 2005 Saturn ION 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 Saturn ION (140 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 743 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Kia | Saturn |
Model | Sorento | ION |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 197 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1257 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |