2000 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1187 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Cobra | Sorento |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |