2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S

To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Kia Sorento 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
Make Kia Koenigsegg
Model Sorento CC8S
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3489 cc 4719 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 192 HP 655 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 752 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.6:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4191 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1989 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1069 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2659 mm


 

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