2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
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 Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 107 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (155 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 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 (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Highlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |