2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 589 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sportage. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sorento | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |