2009 Kia Amanti vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Amanti is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Amanti | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Amanti | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
