2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
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 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Ram | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |