1975 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 915 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1975 GMC Suburban | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Sorento |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |