2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maybach 57 weights approximately 925 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. 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 2002 Maybach 57. 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, 2002 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2002 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Kia | Maybach |
Model | Sorento | 57 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2220 mm |