2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. 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 2013 Toyota Sienna. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
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 | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |