2006 Nissan Note vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Note. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Note would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 479 kg more than 2006 Nissan Note. 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Note | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Note | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
