1999 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler 300 (251 HP @ 6450 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chrysler 300 (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | 300 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
