2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL 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 137 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 839 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. 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 2000 Acura EL. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2000 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Sorento | EL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |
