2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2011 Fiat Siena 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 966 kg more than 2011 Fiat Siena.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Siena. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2011 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Sorento | Siena |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
