2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 172 kg more than 2010 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Xterra. 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
