2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 45 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |