2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Murano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |