2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2009 Kia Sorento and 2009 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan 350Z. 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 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |