2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 384 kg more than 2001 Holden Monaro. 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 2001 Holden Monaro. 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2001 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 2001 Holden Monaro 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 | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Sorento | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
