2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 317 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2008 Kia Sorento (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. 2009 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Tucson | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 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 | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |