2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Pregio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Pregio would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Kia Pregio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Pregio. 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 (351 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2002 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sorento | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
