2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Almera. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 695 kg more than 2002 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Almera. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Almera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2002 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Almera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
