2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 45 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 826 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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 2004 Rover 45. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sorento | 45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
