2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 459 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Chevrolet Corvette (476 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corvette | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
