2001 Toyota Camry vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 636 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Camry | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Camry | Sorento |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |