2007 Lexus RX vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus RX | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Lexus | Kia |
Model | RX | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |