2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Rover Streetwise
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sorento and 2005 Rover Streetwise 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 92 more horse power than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover Streetwise.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover Streetwise. 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 (294 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2005 Rover Streetwise | |
Make | Kia | Rover |
Model | Sorento | Streetwise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |