2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1052 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Daewoo | Kia |
Model | Kalos | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |