2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Frontier | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |