2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 558 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1442 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |