2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. 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 19 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 422 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1605 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
