2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 593 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (295 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
