2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Atos 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 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Atos. 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 2006 Hyundai Atos. 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 (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Sorento | Atos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
