2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sorento | Kyron |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |