2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 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 144 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 278 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
