2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 598 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 990 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Kia | TVR |
Model | Sorento | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |