2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn Vue 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn Vue.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn Vue. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2002 Saturn Vue has manual transmission. 2002 Saturn Vue 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 | 2002 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Kia | Saturn |
Model | Sorento | Vue |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |