2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 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 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 5 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 629 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius. 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 2012 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |