2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (295 Nm). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Sorento | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
