2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 181 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Quest | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Quest | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |