2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos 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 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 38 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. 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 Volkswagen Eos. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Eos 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 Volkswagen Eos
Make Kia Volkswagen
Model Sorento Eos
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 262 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 282 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1247 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 55 L


 

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