2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2009 Kia Sorento and 2009 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 7 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 735 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 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 2009 Toyota Corolla. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Toyota Corolla 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. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
