2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Murano | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Murano | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |