2000 Lexus GS vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 173 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Lexus GS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Lexus | Kia |
| Model | GS | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
