2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (156 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1064 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sorento | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Sorento | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |