2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 485 kg more than 2001 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Rover 75. 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2001 Rover 75 | |
Make | Kia | Rover |
Model | Sorento | 75 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |