2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 471 kg more than 2005 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75. 2005 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sorento | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
