2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 637 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. 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 Tacoma. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2008 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |