2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 119 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |