2002 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (252 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 26 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Concorde.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Concorde | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Concorde | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
