2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 236 kg more than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Avenger (352 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Kia | Dodge |
Model | Sorento | Avenger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 352 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1634 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |