2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (114 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1975 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1975 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sorento | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
