2002 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 490 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.

Let's talk about torque, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

2002 AC Aceca 2005 Kia Sorento
Make AC Kia
Model Aceca Sorento
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2000 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 2000 kg
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 80 L


 

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