2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Crown. (212 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 368 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |