2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Sorento | Elise |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
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 | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |