2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 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 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 109 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sorento | K2700 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
