2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sorento and 2005 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (74 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 807 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sorento | 307 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 122 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |