2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Acura TSX
To start off, 2011 Acura TSX is newer by 6 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, 2011 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 453 kg more than 2011 Acura TSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2011 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Sorento | TSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1574 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
