2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ 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 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1228 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. 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 Toyota iQ. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | iQ |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 32 L |