2009 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Entourage 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Entourage.
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2009 Hyundai Entourage | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Entourage | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |