2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sorento | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |