2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 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 87 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 406 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Nitro 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:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Nitro | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2774 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |