2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 423 kg more than 2011 Dodge Avenger. 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 2011 Dodge Avenger. 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 (294 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Kia | Dodge |
Model | Sorento | Avenger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |