2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2008 Skoda Superb is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Superb. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Skoda Superb. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Skoda Superb (350 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2008 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2008 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Sorento | Superb |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
