2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 681 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Golf | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |