2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | 350Z | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
