2009 Acura RL vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 Acura RL.
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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2003 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2003 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | RL | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |