2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Dodge Durango | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Durango | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |