2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Isuzu I-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Isuzu I-350 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 386 kg more than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
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 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento. 2008 Isuzu I-350 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Isuzu I-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu I-350 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | I-350 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
