2008 Ferrari 599 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 3 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2008 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2008 Ferrari 599 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:

2008 Ferrari 599 2005 Kia Sorento
Make Ferrari Kia
Model 599 Sorento
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 612 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 608 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 5600 RPM 2000 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1549 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 105 L 80 L


 

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