2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 665 kg more than 2007 MG TF. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Sorento | TF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
