2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 603 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. 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 Nissan Armada. 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 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2010 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Armada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 2521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
