2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sorento | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 41 L |
