2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2008 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Touran |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1550 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |