2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight 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 40 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 819 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight. 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 Honda Insight. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2010 Honda Insight | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sorento | Insight |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |