2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 84 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.
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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2895 mm |