2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 417 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Solara. 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 (302 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (283 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Solara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
