2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 232 kg more than 2012 Lexus GS.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus GS. 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, 2012 Lexus GS (371 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (295 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Sorento | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |
