2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Elise. (121 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 535 kg more than 2003 Lotus Elise. 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 2003 Lotus Elise. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Elise. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Elise. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2003 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2003 Lotus Elise 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.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2003 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Sorento | Elise |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 31 L |