2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 526 kg more than 2010 Toyota Camry.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Camry. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry. 2010 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |