2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 9-7X would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-7X (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Saab 9-7X (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2005 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2005 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Sorento | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
