2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Pontiac G3
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G3 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G3. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G3.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G3. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2009 Pontiac G3 | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sorento | G3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 142 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |