2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 344 kg more than 2008 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Charger | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |