2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2011 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 706 kg more than 2011 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ascari KZ1. 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, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2011 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Kia | Ascari |
Model | Sorento | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2636 mm |