2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 172 kg more than 2009 Holden Captiva. 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, 2009 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Kia | Holden |
Model | Sorento | Captiva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |