2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota iQ would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. 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 Toyota iQ. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | iQ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 32 L |