2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 627 kg more than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. 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 Nissan Qashqai. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
