2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Patriot | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
