2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis. 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 2006 Toyota Avensis. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Avensis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |