2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 201 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Santa Fe | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |