2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 703 kg more than 2005 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 TVR Chimaera. 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 TVR Chimaera (389 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2005 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Sorento | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
