2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Tocsa. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Tocsa.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daewoo Tocsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Tocsa. (237 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Tocsa. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2008 Daewoo Tocsa has manual transmission. 2008 Daewoo Tocsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2008 Daewoo Tocsa | |
| Make | Kia | Daewoo |
| Model | Sorento | Tocsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
