2002 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet S-10.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet S-10 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | S-10 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2720 mm |
