2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 688 kg more than 2006 TVR T 350.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 TVR T 350. 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, 2006 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Sorento | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 4.5 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
