2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 187 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Sorento 2013 Nissan Titan
Make Kia Nissan
Model Sorento Titan
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3497 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 194 HP 313 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2027 kg 2214 kg
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 106 L


 

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