2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati MC12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati MC12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 730 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati MC12. 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Kia | Maserati |
Model | Sorento | MC12 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 3.8 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 | 2065 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |