2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 481 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i40. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Sorento | i40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |