2002 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 622 kg more than 2008 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Cee'd will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sorento | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sorento | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |