2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2012 Nissan Versa 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 298 kg more than 2012 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2012 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Versa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1251 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
