2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota GT1 has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | GT1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
