2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |