2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 5 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 641 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. 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, both vehicles can yield 353 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Sorento | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
