2012 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 96 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Tiguan | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1543 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4426 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1809 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1703 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.3 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
