2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 3 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 38 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy 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 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Caddy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |