2000 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 452 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | NSX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
