2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 540 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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, both vehicles can yield 350 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |