2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sportage | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
