2007 Acura RL vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.
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, 2008 Kia Sorento (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | RL | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |