2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 4 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 3,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
