2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sorento and 2005 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Superb. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 514 kg more than 2005 Skoda Superb. 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 (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Superb. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Superb has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Superb will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2005 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Sorento | Superb |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1513 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
