2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 307 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
