2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 884 kg more than 2000 TVR Griffith.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Griffith. 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 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Kia | TVR |
Model | Sorento | Griffith |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |