2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2007 Lexus LS | |
Make | Kia | Lexus |
Model | Sorento | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 4608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 493 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |