2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Kia | Alpina |
Model | Sorento | B7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 699 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |