1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
