2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 631 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 Xterra. 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Xterra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |