2000 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 97 kg more than 2000 Holden Commodore.
Because 2000 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Commodore | Sorento |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |