2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Ferrari F550.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari F550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari F550 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari F550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | F550 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
