2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 139 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 52 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Kyron.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sorento | Kyron |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |