2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Prius. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |