2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1081 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Elise. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Sorento | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 169 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 32 L |