2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Chevrolet Matiz
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 2 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1281 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. 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 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2010 Chevrolet Matiz | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sorento | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
