2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept

To start off, both 2007 Kia Sorento and 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,522 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept (791 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 652 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento.

Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept. 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 Dodge Charger RT Concept (800 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento. 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Kia Sorento 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept
Make Kia Dodge
Model Sorento Charger RT Concept
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 3522 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 139 HP 791 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 800 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.7:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 163 km/hour 260 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.6 seconds 6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.3 L/100km 10.2 L/100km


 

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