2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 660 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Sorento | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1340 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
