2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
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 Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 483 kg more than 2003 Subaru Outback. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Outback 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.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sorento | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |