2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Suzuki Verona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Verona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Verona would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Verona (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Verona should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 529 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Verona.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Suzuki Verona. 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 (350 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Verona. (240 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Verona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2004 Suzuki Verona | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sorento | Verona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
