2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Sorento | Accent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
