2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 357 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. 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 (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sorento | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1670 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |