2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 480 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Sorento | RX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
