2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1490 kg more than 2008 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Avanti | Kia |
| Model | Studebaker | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2720 mm |
