2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Thesis 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 (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lancia Thesis. 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
