2001 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari Maranello. 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 Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Maranello | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |
