2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover (222 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover (407 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 2001 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2001 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Sorento | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 222 HP |
Torque | 350 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |