Toyota LandCruiser Prado Vs Kia Sorrento (2nd generation)

 

This is a brief comparison between the Toyota Prado and the 2nd generation 2010 Kia Sorrento. I put this page up so that you can compare purely for personal interest reasons.

The 2nd generation Kia Sorento is quite different from the original version and much better targeted in the market. It’s logical rivals are the 7 seat Holden Captiva or what ever they call it else where, Ford Territory and even the Toyota Kluger. The new Sorento even comes in 2WD or part time 4WD options!

The Sorrento is now an urban bias 4WD with a completely new monocoque body and brings together a host of styling clues from other Kia and indeed Toyota, Honda, Holden, Suzuki and even Lexus. It is quite a good looking car – in a conservative way. You wouldn’t pick it as Korean model let alone a Kia based on its past model designs.

The updated interior again mimics existing manufacturers with similarities to Mazda. On the whole better materials make it a nicer place to be in than in past models. The materials are just as good as models from Mazda too.

We actually like the look and feel of the Sorento based on it’s cheaper price so this a model worth a look if you’re shopping in this category. It is competitively priced too.

The range of engines includes a LPG version (or gas) powered engine. If this version makes it to Australia it should at least be a decent seller.

So if you like the current Kia Sorrento check out your local dealer before they run out of the existing model! KIA claims to have sold over 900,000 of them since the initial launch!

120 series LandCruiser Prado (2002-2010)
Kia Sorrento (2nd Gen)
Engines  
1GR-FE – V6 Petrol
4 Litre (3956cc)
Quad Cam with VVTi EFI
Claimed 179Kw 5200RPM
Claimed 376Nm 3800RPM (Auto)
Claimed 343Nm 2400RPM (Man)

1KD-FTV – IL4 Diesel
3 Litre (2982cc)
Turbo-charged – Direct Injection – Common Rail
Claimed 127Kw @ 3400RPM
Claimed 410Nm @ 1600RPM

1KZ-TE – IL4 Diesel (2003-2006)
3 Litre (2982cc)
Turbo-charged Diesel EFI
Claimed 96Kw 3600RPM
Claimed 343Nm 2000RPM (Auto & Manual)

V6 Petrol
V6 cylinder Petrol
Single Cam DOHC 24 valve
3.5 Litre (3500cc)
Claimed 206Kw @ 0000RPM
Claimed 335Nm @ 0000RPM

IL4 Petrol
IL4 cylinder Petrol Theta II
Single Cam DOHC 24 valve
2.4 Litre (2349cc)
Claimed 129Kw @ 6000RPM
Claimed 225Nm @ 3750RPM

IL4 LPG
IL4 cylinder Petrol
Single Cam DOHC 24 valve
2.7 Litre (2700cc)
Claimed 121Kw @ 0000RPM
Claimed 244Nm @ 0000RPM

IL4 Diesel
IL4 Diesel DOHC 16 valve
Turbo charged with intercooler
2.2 Litre (2199cc)
Claimed 145Kw @ 3800RPM
Claimed 435Nm @ 1800-2500RPM (Auto)
Claimed 422Nm @ 1800-2500RPM (Auto)
EuroV

Weight  
Kerb weight 1900-2190 Kg
Towing capacity up to 2500 Kg

Kerb weight 1814-1959Kg
Towing capacity up to 2500Kg

Fuel capacity & consumption  
180 litres
V6 Petrol 13.6 litres per 100km (1GR-FE)
V6 Diesel 9.3 litres per 100km (1KD-FTV)

70 litres
IL4 Petrol 9.2(A) litres per 100km
IL4 Diesel 6.7-7.2 litres per 100km

Other specifications  
5 Speed Auto or 6 speed manual transmission
Overall height/width 1905/1875
Overall length/wheelbase 4850/2790
Track (front/rear) 1575/1575
Tyre size: 265-65-17
NCAP safety rating 4/5

6 speed Auto or 6 speed manual
Overall height/width 1755/1885
Overall length/Wheelbase 4685/2700
Track (front/rear) 1618/1621

Capability   
Angle of: (degrees) 
Approach 32 Departure 24-25 Breakover 22
Min ground clearance 220mm
Water Fording depth 700mm Max
4WD system: AWD with selectable modes 

Angle of: (degrees)
Approach xx
Departure xx
Minimum ground clearance 184mm

Performance  
Toyota Landcruiser Prado performance figures  
Pricing  
2009 $47,100 – 79,500 AUD
*Always check with the dealer
for up to date pricing, on road costs
and specials accessories etc…

2011 From $34,490
2009 From $32,000
*Always check with the dealer 
for up to date pricing, on-roads 
and specials accessories etc…