2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sorento and 2008 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 361 kg more than 2008 Skoda Superb.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Superb. 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 Skoda Superb (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2008 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Sorento | Superb |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
