2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 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 148 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i30. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | i30 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
