2010 Lexus IS vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2010 Lexus IS and 2010 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 314 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus IS. 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2010 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2010 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Lexus IS | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Lexus | Kia |
Model | IS | Sorento |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |