2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 472 kg more than 2002 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2002 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Mark II |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |