2011 Nissan 370Z vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan 370Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan 370Z would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (272 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2011 Nissan 370Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento. 2013 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. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan 370Z | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | 370Z | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4247 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1326 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
