2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (243 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige. 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 2005 Lotus Exige. 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 (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Sorento | Exige |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
