2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sorento | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
