2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sorento | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
