2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van 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) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sorento | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
