2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Tucson and 2008 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Tucson | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |