2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2011 Renault Sandero 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 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2011 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Sandero.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Sandero. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Sandero has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Sandero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2011 Renault Sandero | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | Sandero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |