2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 940 kg more than 2001 TVR Tamora.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Tamora. 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, 2001 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Tamora 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 | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Sorento | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
