2011 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 SsangYong Stavic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 SsangYong Stavic would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 216 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Because 2010 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento. 2010 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Sorento | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Sorento | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1709 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
