2000 Acura RL vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 47 kg more than 2000 Acura RL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura RL | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | RL | Sorento |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |