2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 266 kg more than 2000 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3270 mm |