2008 Kia Spectra5 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Spectra5 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Kia Spectra5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Spectra5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 264 kg more than 2008 Kia Spectra5. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Spectra5. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Spectra5. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Spectra5 has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Spectra5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Spectra5 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Spectra5 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
