2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 346 kg more than 2010 Infiniti M.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Infiniti M. 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, 2010 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 2010 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Kia | Infiniti |
| Model | Sorento | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
