2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 781 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.

Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ferrari 360 2009 Kia Sorento
Make Ferrari Kia
Model 360 Sorento
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3586 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 300 km/hour 168 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.1 seconds 13.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1284 kg 2065 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 80 L


 

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