2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 524 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sorento | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
