2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 935 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2005 Rover 25 | |
Make | Kia | Rover |
Model | Sorento | 25 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |