2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2005 Marcos TSO and 2005 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 918 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. 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 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2005 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TSO | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Marcos | Kia |
Model | TSO | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 475 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 535 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |