2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1375 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |