2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1996 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |