2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 560 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 2012 Volkswagen CC 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. 2012 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | CC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |