2002 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 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 88 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 902 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sorento | Polo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
