2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Sorento (320 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sorento | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |