2010 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 293 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Sorento | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
