2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger 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 Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 248 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger 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 Charger | |
Make | Kia | Dodge |
Model | Sorento | Charger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1797 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |