2007 Honda Element vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Element | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |