2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (170 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Kia | Saturn |
Model | Sorento | Vue |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |