2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 8 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 281 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G.
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, 2013 Infiniti G (365 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Kia | Infiniti |
| Model | Sorento | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
