2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 4 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i20. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Sorento | i20 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |