2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 996 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Sorento | i10 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |