2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (212 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Altezza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |