2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Camry weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
