2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |