2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 738 kg more than 2005 Panoz AIV.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Panoz AIV. 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, 2005 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Kia | Panoz |
Model | Sorento | AIV |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |