2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 442 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Sorento | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
