2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf 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 67 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 694 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Golf. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sorento | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
