2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy 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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 635 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Caddy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1365 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |