2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 4 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, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Tata Safari.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Sorento | Safari |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |