2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX 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 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 478 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX 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 QX | |
Make | Kia | Infiniti |
Model | Sorento | QX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 2656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3075 mm |