2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 514 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sorento | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 359 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |