2007 Honda Element vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 46 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.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Element. 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Element | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |