2008 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Carens | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |