2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Saleen S7 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 612 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 841 kg more than 2007 Saleen S7.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saleen S7. 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Kia | Saleen |
| Model | Sorento | S7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2692 mm |
