2002 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 462 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Kia Sorento | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Sorento | Orlando |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |