2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. 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 2005 Kia Rio. 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 (309 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2005 Kia Rio | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sorento | Rio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 141 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |