2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 194 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sorento | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
