2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon 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, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. 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 Toyota Avalon. 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 (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Avalon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |