2010 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Infiniti EX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Sorento | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Kia | Infiniti |
| Model | Sorento | EX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
