2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 242 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Touran |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |