2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 961 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan R 390 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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 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 | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |