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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 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 1167 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
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 | 3497 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 860 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 32 L |