2012 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento. 2004 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Sorento | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
