2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 794 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 108 L |