2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 697 kg more than 2008 Kia Cee'd. 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 2008 Kia Cee'd. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sorento | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |