2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 642 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Kia | Saturn |
Model | Sorento | Vue |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |