2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Lexus GX
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 835 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
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, 2004 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2004 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Sorento | GX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
