2001 Honda Z vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Z | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Z | Sorento |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |