2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2007 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S2000 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |