2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 307 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
