2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 539 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pickup. 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 Nissan Pickup. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2002 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Pickup |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |