2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 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 209 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sorento. (276 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 77 kg more than 2001 Ferrari F550.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento. 2011 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. 2011 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | F550 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1767 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
