2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream 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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 524 kg more than 2012 Honda Stream.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Stream. 2012 Honda Stream 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. 2012 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2012 Honda Stream | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sorento | Stream |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1476 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |