2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 279 kg more than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3270 mm |