2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 212 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Musso. 2007 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sorento | Musso |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |