2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 367 kg more than 2007 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Croma. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Croma | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Croma | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |