2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 Toyota Ipsum.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2005 Toyota Ipsum | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Ipsum |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |