2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 746 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (311 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Sonata | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |