2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 671 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
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2005 Kia Sorento | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1417 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |