2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 557 kg more than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
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, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Isuzu I-350 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | I-350 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2017 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |