2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 651 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 790 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2001 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Kia | Lotec |
| Model | Sorento | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1150 mm |
