2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos 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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1203 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Atos | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Atos | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
