2000 Ferrari 360 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 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 360. 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 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ferrari 360 2008 Kia Sorento
Make Ferrari Kia
Model 360 Sorento
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3586 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1344 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.9 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 80 L


 

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