2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 74 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (278 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |