2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Kia | Acura |
Model | Sorento | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |