2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti

To start off, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti 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 5,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 365 kg more than 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti.

Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti. 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, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti has manual transmission. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti 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 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti
Make Kia Ferrari
Model Sorento 612 Scaglietti
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 532 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 7250 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 588 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5250 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4902 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1344 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2949 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 110 L


 

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