2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
