2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 399 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2004 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Titan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 514 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 98.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 2398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |