2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MCC Smart 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 58 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. 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 2005 MCC Smart. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Kia | MCC |
Model | Sorento | Smart |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |