2003 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 487 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2003 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2003 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Cobra | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
