2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2005 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 942 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Kia Picanto 2005 Kia Sorento
Make Kia Kia
Model Picanto Sorento
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1086 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 64 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 294 Nm
Engine Bore Size 66 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 928 kg 1870 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 80 L


 

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