2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sorento | Cerato |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |