2008 Kia Cerato vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2008 Kia Cerato 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cerato (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 663 kg more than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Cerato. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Cerato | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Cerato | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |