2002 Donkervoort D8 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 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1463 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Donkervoort | Kia |
Model | D8 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |