2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Morgan 44

To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. 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 77 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. 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 2006 Morgan 44. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Sorento 2006 Morgan 44
Make Kia Morgan
Model Sorento 44
Year Released 2005 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 192 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 160 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 80.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1962 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 50 L


 

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