2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 67 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |