2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 2 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 785 kg more than 2007 Kia Cerato. 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 2007 Kia Cerato. 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, 2007 Kia Cerato (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sorento | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
