2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Veracruz | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |