2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 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 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. 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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 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. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Kia | Luxgen |
| Model | Sorento | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
