2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 16 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (248 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 242 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. 2007 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sorento | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
