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Sorento SX Prestige vs Amarok V6

Kia · Volkswagen

1/4 Mile winner
Sorento SX Prestige
Beats the Amarok V6 by 0.04s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Sorento SX Prestige beats the Amarok V6 by a hair, finishing 0.04 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Sorento SX Prestige thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
227 hp
231 hp
0–100 km/h
7.9s
7.9s
Top speed
200 km/h
191 km/h
Engine
2.5L Hybrid Turbocharged 4-Cylinder
3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel
Fuel
Hybrid
Diesel
Torque
352 Nm
580 Nm
Price
$48,000
$45,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Sorento SX Prestige
Amarok V6
100 m
7.066s
7.033s
1/8 mile
10.465s
10.446s
1/4 mile
15.779s
15.818s
1 km
28.459s
28.789s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the Amarok V6 is the obvious pick at $45,000 versus the Sorento SX Prestige's $48,000. Both are formidable. The Sorento SX Prestige suits buyers who prioritise balance and finesse; the Amarok V6 appeals to those after the bigger output.

FAQ

Which is faster, the Sorento SX Prestige or the Amarok V6?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Sorento SX Prestige is faster, beating the Amarok V6 by 0.04 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Sorento SX Prestige vs the Amarok V6?

The Sorento SX Prestige hits 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds, while the Amarok V6 does it in 7.9 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Sorento SX Prestige produces 227 hp; the Amarok V6 produces 231 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Sorento SX Prestige tops out at 200 km/h, and the Amarok V6 reaches 191 km/h.

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