2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. Both 2007 Kia Sorento and 2004 Xedos 9 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 502 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Kia | Xedos |
| Model | Sorento | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
