2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1279 kg more than 2001 MCC Smart. 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 MCC Smart. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2001 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Kia | MCC |
| Model | Sorento | Smart |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 2600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1820 mm |
