2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 838 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. 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 2009 Lada Kalina. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Sorento | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
