2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Sentra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |