2007 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 451 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corolla | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
