2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |