2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 3 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 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saab 9-7X. 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, 2006 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Kia | Saab |
Model | Sorento | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4195 cc |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 101.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |