2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
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 (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Sorento | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
