2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 17 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sorento | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 2010 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |