2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 536 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Lexus GX (446 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2010 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Lexus GX | |
Make | Kia | Lexus |
Model | Sorento | GX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 446 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |