2006 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Altima. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 298 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima. 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Altima | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Altima | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1767 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
