2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Suzuki XL7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Suzuki XL7.
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 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2008 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Sorento | XL7 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |