2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2009 Kia Sorento and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 775 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2460 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |