2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 358 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |