2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 722 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Juke. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Juke |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |