Kia Sorento 2014 vs Toyota Land Cruiser 2013
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 2.2 Diesel | 3.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 200 HP | 190 HP | |
| Torque: | 441 NM | 420 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 11 seconds | |
| Kia Sorento engine produces 10 HP more power than Toyota Land Cruiser, whereas torque is 21 NM more than Toyota Land Cruiser. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 8.1 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 87 litres | |
| 800 km with real consumption | 720 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 185 mm (7.3 inches) | 220 mm (8.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Toyota Land Cruiser can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Toyota Land Cruiser engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 25 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Hyundai Santa FE, Kia Carnival, Hyundai Grandeur | Used also on Toyota Hilux | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Kia Sorento engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Kia Sorento 2014 2.2 engine: In 2009, Hyundai-Kia introduced a new generation of R-series diesel engines. The 2.2-liter version featured a cast-iron block, an aluminum 16-valve cylinder head with hydraulic lifters, and a Bosch CP4 Common Rail fuel ... More about Kia Sorento 2014 2.2 engine Toyota Land Cruiser 2013 3.0 engine: The engine tends to be noisy and vibrate. Nozzle life is limited when using poor quality fuel. Increased oil consumption tends to occur over time. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.78 m | 4.78 m | |
| Width: | 1.89 m | 1.89 m | |
| Height: | 1.69 m | 1.85 m | |
| Kia Sorento and Toyota Land Cruiser are practically the same length. | |||
| Seats: | 7 seats | 5 seats | |
| Trunk capacity: | 605 litres | 621 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 7 seats: | 605 litres | no data | |
| Trunk capacity with 5 seats: | no data | 621 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1662 litres | 1934 litres | |
| The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Toyota Land Cruiser (by 272 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | 11.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Kia Sorento is 0.7 metres less than that of the Toyota Land Cruiser, which means Kia Sorento can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`990 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 15 400 | 26 600 | |
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