2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 5 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. 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 2010 Honda Fit. 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 (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sorento | Fit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
