2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 782 kg more than 2001 Panoz AIV.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Panoz AIV. 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Kia | Panoz |
| Model | Sorento | AIV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
