2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ascari KZ1 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ascari KZ1. 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, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2005 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Kia | Ascari |
Model | Sorento | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2636 mm |