2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Sorento | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
