2008 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 288 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | M | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
