2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 751 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 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) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 56 L |
