2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 383 kg more than 2003 Holden Monaro.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Monaro. 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, 2003 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Sorento | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
