2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Subaru B
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru B would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 338 kg more than 2003 Subaru B.
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, 2003 Subaru B (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2003 Subaru B has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2003 Subaru B | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sorento | B |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
