2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Auris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Auris 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Auris. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Auris. 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 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Auris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Auris 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.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Auris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |