2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 393 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.
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 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Commander | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Commander | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2017 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |