2002 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 10 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, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 371 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sorento | Eos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
