2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 TVR Griffith.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Griffith. 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Griffith 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 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Sorento | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
