2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 3 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 259 kg more than 2011 Acura TL.
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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2011 Acura TL 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. 2011 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Sorento | TL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
