2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Atos 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 81 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Sorento | Atos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 141 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |