2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Passat | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |