2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 992 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 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.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |