2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 738 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |