2007 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. 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 Kia Rio. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2007 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rio | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
