2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Corvette and 2008 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,201 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (600 HP) has 336 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (264 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (815 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8201 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 264 HP |
Torque | 815 Nm | 360 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |