2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1006 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus GT 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Sorento | GT 1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |