2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Durango | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |
