2000 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 568 kg more than 2000 AC Aceca.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Aceca | Sorento |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |