2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (177 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |