2003 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 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 108 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 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. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Cobra | Sorento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |