2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 840 kg more than 2004 TVR Tamora.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 TVR Tamora (380 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2004 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Sorento | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
