2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,805 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2008 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2003 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2003 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sorento | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
