2011 Hyundai i20 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Hyundai i20 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | i20 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |