2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Condor |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |