2011 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 762 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Sorento | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sorento | Z |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1745 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
