2003 Honda S2000 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 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 658 kg more than 2003 Honda S2000.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda S2000. 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, 2003 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda S2000 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S2000 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |