2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2011 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
