2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ 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 54 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1318 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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 Toyota iQ. 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 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | iQ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 32 L |
