2000 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 307 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Viper | Sorento |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7999 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 167 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 Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |