2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 557 kg more than 2006 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Sentra. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Sentra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |