2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 324 kg more than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Sorento | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
