2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 770 kg more than 2007 TVR Sagaris.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Sorento | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1230 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
