2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 488 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
