2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 25 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 149 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1400 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |