2004 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 337 kg more than 2004 Holden Statesman.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2004 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Statesman | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Statesman | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |