2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1997 Rover 800
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 483 kg more than 1997 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 800. 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 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 800. 1997 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1997 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sorento | 800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
