2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (260 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Kia Sorento (354 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (334 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 334 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |