2011 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 832 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 2011 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Sorento | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1745 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
