2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 1005 kg more than 2001 TVR Griffith.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2001 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Sorento | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 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 |
