2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 248 kg more than 2007 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati Quattroporte. 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 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Sorento | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
