2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 193 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1356 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
