2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
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 Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Aygo 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) has 211 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1028 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Aygo 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
