2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 92 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |