2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 852 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |