2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 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 (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen CC has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sorento | CC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
